New York City melodic death metal band Eden A.D is has announced the addition of new drummer Scott "ChopperScott" Hall, formerly of The Communion. The band has been in the studio writing new material and is now appearing live again.

Scott commented, "It is a pleasure being a member of Eden A.D. Their dedication to the band...practicing, songwriting, recording, and performing... is impressive. It's time to take this to a new level. My respects to Eric, a skilled metal drummer. Learning and performing the drum tracks from 'Cycles of Relevance' has been quite an inspiration."

Eden A.D. also added, "We are proud to announce the arrival of our new drummer... Scott Hall, aka ChopperScott, formerly of 'The Communion', 'Empire Of Dust', and 'Sensory Assault'. With quite a few years of metal drumming under his belt, he now resides on the throne supporting Eden A.D. We have been in the studio writing new material and have started to perform live once again in the NYC underground metal scene. Keep an eye out!

Brooklyn, New York thrash metal band Alekhine's Gun has recently recorded 3 songs and is working to complete their first album and to start playing live shows by late summer/ early fall 2010. The band features guitarists Jeff Martinez (Desolate), Leo Mettei (Desolate/Eden A.D), and Jessica Pimentel (Everybody Gets Hurt/New Faith/Step 2 Far) on Vocals. Check out their music on their ReverbNation page.

Eric Chun, drummer of New York death metallers, Eden A.D., has left the band. Chun issues the following explanation for his departure:

"I come w/ much love to tell you all that I am stepping down as drummer for Eden a.d."

"It's been a great ride all these years, making and playing music, bonding with scenemates. I've got nothing but love for everyone who has supported us and all the bands that struggled and battled in the scene with us. Most of all, I love my bandmates and there are no hard feelings that are the reason for me leaving. I know that's typical bullshit in a public statement even if it's not true, but it's the truth here--ask anyone in the band." More...

Spare Change Records welcome Eden A.D. to their ranks with the following message:

"We are more than excited to announce the signing of Brooklyn, N.Y.'s, Eden A.D. to our roster. Their sound brings together all that is metal with maybe even a touch of a little European influence. The full length album, "Cycles Of Relevance", will be out in early '08. You can check them out at their Myspace page. For fans of A Life Once Lost, Soilwork, In Flames, Raunchy, and more!"